American English

How to pronounce learner

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LERner

/ˈlɚ.nɚ/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

a person who is learning a subject, language, or skill

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Meanings & examples

noun

a person who is learning a subject, language, or skill

She is a learner of Spanish.

Every learner needs time to practice.

Common phrases & grammar

language learner · adult learner · independent learner · lifelong learner

a learner of + subject or skill

Useful expressions

a lifelong learner

a person who continues learning throughout life

He is a lifelong learner.

learner's permit

a permit that allows someone to practice driving before getting a full driver's license

He got his learner's permit last week.

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